Wilshire-Montana

Wilshire-Montana is a beautiful beachfront neighborhood in sunny Santa Monica, with ocean breezes, gorgeous homes, and plenty to do. Residents of Wilshire-Montana enjoy access to some of the best schools in the state, world-class dining, high-end shopping, and entertainment to suit every interest.

 

The neighborhood gets its name from the southern boundary of Wilshire Montana, which is Wilshire Boulevard, a main drag that runs from the Pacific Ocean all the way into Downtown Los Angeles. Wilshire-Montana is an affluent community known for outdoor recreation and ample opportunities to invest in one’s health, with hiking trails, beach walking, yoga studios, and boutique gyms available to make staying fitly accessible at every corner.

 

 

Public schools serving families in Wilshire-Montana are a part of the Los Angeles Unified School District, one of the largest in the nation.

 

In addition, you will find an abundance of private schools in the area. Families can choose from an extensive list of private education choices in the area, with varying academic programs and levels of special education support.

 

Directly across from the northern boundary of Wilshire-Montana in Downtown Santa Monica is Third Street Promenade. This open-air mall spans three blocks and features high-end dining, boutique shopping, and a movie theater, all with fresh ocean air from the pier just across the street. Dining at Third Street Promenade includes iconic restaurants like Mel’s Drive-In, which opened in 1947 and featured in the 1973 classic American Graffiti. Try any of their comfort food items, like cheeseburgers, fried chicken, or a banana split; you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.

 

Shopping at Third Street Promenade features many of your favorite retailers like REI, Lululemon, Coach, Kate Spade, Rolex, and Tiffany & Co. as well as local boutiques and small businesses. Even if you are only in the mood to window shop, this is the perfect place to stroll and enjoy the perfect sunny weather.

 

On Montana Avenue, you’ll find more dining and shopping, with small locally owned cafes and boutiques to peruse. In Downtown Santa Monica each Saturday morning and afternoon, residents enjoy the Santa Monica Farmers Market. Shop for all your produce for the week, or talk with vendors and find a unique hostess gift. You’ll find fruits and vegetables, flowers, pastries, preserves, and more.

 

When you are looking for an elegant fine dining restaurant without driving into Los Angeles, consider a reservation at Citrin. For over 20 years, Chef Josiah Citrin’s attention to detail has been impressing guests at Citrin, with a menu featuring chic California cuisine with perfect wine pairings. Located in the same building as Citrin, and designed by the same two-star Michelin chef, Mélisse. At Mélisse, guests enjoy Chef’s tasting experience with French influences. While the two were combined during the height of the pandemic in the outdoor garden, they are two distinct restaurants offering totally unique experiences.

 

The Wilshire-Montana market is comprised of an even mix of condos, townhomes, and single families homes. This is a luxury market with high-end properties, many of which enjoy ocean views. Nearly every property in Wilshire-Montana benefits from an ocean breeze, and every community in the area is beautifully maintained. You will find beach condos and townhomes starting around $800,000, with some closer to $1.5 million. Single-family homes in the Wilshire-Montana area are listed starting around $2 million, but many are much higher as luxury beachfront estates. There are also a limited number of multi-family homes in Wilshire-Montana, perfect for those looking for a lucrative investment near the ocean.

 

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